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Illinois Enacts Alicia’s Law to Bolster ISP Fight Against Online Child Predators

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

Alicia’s Law secures permanent ISP resources to investigate internet crimes against children, improving response and protections across Illinois.See the Story

Cones with a Cop Event Supports Local Holiday Gift Program

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

CASEYVILLE — Police departments from Caseyville, Collinsville, and Maryville will team up this evening to raise funds for the Shop with a Cop program, aiming to support local children during the holiday season. The event, called Cones with a Cop, will take place from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, at Dairy Haven in Caseyville. During the fundraiser, all proceeds from Dairy Haven purchases will be donated directly to Shop with a Cop, …Alton, Illinois · Alton Read Article

Alton Tables Late Night Liquor License Ban After Bar Owners Speak Out

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ALTON – A proposal to eliminate late night liquor licenses for all Alton bars is on hold for now after several local bar owners spoke out against it. A resolution on Monday’s Committee of the Whole agenda called for an ordinance to remove a section of the city code allowing for “late night liquor licenses,” which currently allow businesses to sell alcohol as late as 2 a.m. on weekdays and 3 a.m. on weekends. If passed, this would effectively ban…Alton, Illinois · Alton See the Story

BJ's Printables Male Athlete Of The Month: Multi-Sport Athlete Luebbert Stands Out In Baseball, Soccer, and Football

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EDWARDSVILLE - Drake Luebbert, a multi-sport athlete at Metro East Lutheran High School, is preparing for his senior year in the 2025-2026 sports season, showcasing talent in baseball, soccer, and football. Luebbert, who plays outfield and first base in baseball, serves as a place kicker and punter in football, and competes in varsity soccer, has drawn praise from coaches for his athletic abilities and potential. He is a BJ's Printables Male Ath…Soccer · Alton Read Article

Godfrey Officials Announce Temporary Pierce Lane Closure

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GODFREY – Godfrey officials are advising residents in advance of an upcoming project by Illinois American Water that will temporarily close Pierce Lane to through traffic in order to relocate a water main line. Loellke Plumbing, working as a subcontractor for Illinois American (IAWC) on a water main line relocation project are planning to close Pierce Lane (between Surrey Ct. and West Delmar) to through traffic starting Monday morning (Aug. 25, …Alton, Illinois · Alton Read Article

Three Glen Carbon police officers to be sworn in tonight

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As the Madison County government meets August 12 2025, officials will swear in three police officers, resubdivide part of Orchard Town Center, and more.Edwardsville, Illinois · Edwardsville See the Story

Wood River Man Detained In Second Domestic Battery Case

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

WOOD RIVER – A man from Wood River remains in custody on felony domestic battery charges, his latest in a history of domestic violence against the same victim. Jonathon E. Harszy Sr., 32, of Wood River, was charged on Aug. 5, 2025 with one count each of aggravated domestic battery (a Class 2 felony) and his second offense of domestic battery (a Class 4 felony). On Aug. 4, 2025, Harszy allegedly intentionally strangled a household or family membe…Alton, Illinois · Alton Read Article

Pritzker Pushes for Childhood Vaccinations as Immunization Rates Fall

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Governor JB Pritzker visited a suburban school district today to advocate for children to get vaccinated before returning to class. The visit coincides with National Immunization Awareness Month, emphasizing the importance of vaccinations for school-aged children. The Illinois Department of Public Health stresses that back-to-school checkups are essential and can help students succeed academically, saying vaccinations play…JB Pritzker · United States See the Story

Comptroller Susana Mendoza Orders 3rd Round of Pension Pre-Payments

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SPRINGFIELD - Following another strong month in fund balances, Comptroller Susana A. Mendoza is ordering the pre-payment of state pension payments in August. Total payments in August will be $1.336 billion to the five retirement systems which include $428 million in pre-payments, or nearly 50% more than the usual amount. This comes after the Comptroller’s Office pre-paid 100% more in pre-payments in July. These early payments allow the state’s f…Alton, Illinois · Alton See the Story

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